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Chiastolite

Chiastolite Meaning & Definition
Chiastolite Definition And Meaning

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\Chi*as"to*lite\ (k[-i]*[a^]s"t[-o]*l[imac]t), n. [Gr. chiasto`s marked with a [chi] + -lite. See {Chiasm}. So called from the resemblance of the cross cuts of its crystals to the Greek letter [chi].] (Min.) A variety of andalusite; -- called also {macle}. The tessellated appearance of a cross section is due to the symmetrical arrangement of impurities in the crystal.

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